In this blog entry, the professional Raleigh car key service and Raleigh car locksmith service team here at Locksmith Knights will detail the answers to some commonly asked questions that we regularly receive regarding our car key duplication services.
Can I get a copy of my car key without the original key?
The answer is yes, and no. We’ll start with no. If you don’t have a working key, you don’t actually need a car key duplication service. you will require car key replacement service. yes, we can provide you this service however. We will provide you with a brand new car key cut specifically from code, According to the specific make, model, and brand of your vehicle. We will provide you with a fully functional brand new cut car key that perfectly works with your vehicle, getting you back on the road in no time at all.
Why won’t my car key duplicates work?
Sometimes this happens when the car keys require a transponder key to program according to your card’s internal transceiver codes. there might also be a structural issue with the original key. Sometimes when there’s structural issues with the original key, slight variations are exponentially increased whenever the key is copied, making it unable to operate the lock or ignition.
What is the difference between key cutting and key duplication?
While key duplication technically is a form of key cutting, it involves the use of an original key. In order to duplicate a key you will need the physical original working key, and key duplication does not always include the programming of key fobs or transponder keys. cutting a key from code doesn’t require the presence of an original key, and is completed according to specific code numbers that are matched to your vehicle make, model, brand, and registration information.
Can I duplicate car keys at the hardware store?
We do not recommend doing this. while some hardware stores can copy typical house keys and mechanical car keys ( although very rarely do actually duplicate car keys….), hardware stores cannot copy high security keys, and never have the technically Advanced Equipment that’s necessary to reprogram automobile key fobs or vehicle transponders
Can you duplicate all car key types?
In order to duplicate your car key, you will need at least a single physical metal key. If you don’t have the physical Key, you will need our car key replacement services. If you want to cut a smart key from code, you will need our key for programming and replacement services, which is technically a different service, and will require proof of ownership of the vehicle itself, as well as the unique transponder code of the vehicle.
Can I start my car with duplicate keys?
If you have an older car that works without a transponder, the simple mechanical duplicate key will operate your vehicle ignition and engine. If your car works with a transponder, a duplicated key will only be able to start the vehicle’s ignition when the key fob has been programmed to match the specific coding within your car ignition transceiver, a service which our expert Automotive technicians will be glad to provide you.
